Happy Summertime! Our office will now be sending quarterly newsletters to keep our patients in touch with us. We also want to introduce you to our new website www.DrKarge.com. The newsletter and website are designed to keep you informed of new ideas and concepts in the field of dentistry and ways to keep your smile and dental health their best!

Some of the new advances include a laser 3-D scanned impression system, which allows us to make the most accurate fitting and natural looking restorations. Our office was one of the first in Los Angeles to acquire the Cadent® scanning system. Also, the ViziLite® oral cancer screening system has been used in our office with great success.

We will be glad to send a copy of this newsletter to a friend, who you feel may benefit from the services and care we provide. Wishing you and your family a great Summer!

Yours in good dental health,

Hans J. KargeDr. Hans J. Karge

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Both men and women need to be aware of the impressive impact a nice smile has. Studies have proven the right smile can make a person look more interesting, intelligent, successful and wealthy to others. It’s also a fact a whiter smile is equated with a more youthful look — always an advantage in today’s competitive job environment.

So, what’s the right smile improvement for you? Clear a spot on your calendar to come in and talk about your options with us. The first thing we will do is make sure your teeth, gums and overall mouth are healthy. From there we can discuss cosmetic options, depending on if you need to straighten your teeth, fill gaps in-between teeth, even out your teeth or gums, or simply brighten and whiten your teeth. Allow us to explain bonding, crowns, veneers, dental implants, whitening and all the options today’s dentistry has to offer.

When job hunting, it’s common sense to present yourself in the most professional light. Put on a crisp, white shirt, and smile in the mirror. If your teeth look stained or yellow, have them whitened. It’s a simple step, but one that could give you a subtle edge over another person who’s vying for the same position. Once you’re in front of your potential employer in an interview situation, remember these important tips:

• Look your interviewer in the eye, flash your impressive smile, and shake his or her hand firmly.

• Do not smoke before the interview, and do not have gum or mints in your mouth during the interview.

• Smile occasionally during the interview: don’t grin or frown.

Let us help you get the competitive advantage with a confident, winning smile!

Job Hunting? Let Your Smile open up the Doors!Today’s economic conditions have resulted in a rising number of workers looking for new employment. This means more job applicants are applying to the few companies that are hiring, and those applicants need to find a way to make themselves stand out from the competition. Why not start with a healthy, confident smile?

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Volume 7, Issue 2

Compliments of Dr. Hans J. Karge

Dr. Karge's Newsletter

The information contained in this newsletter is not designed as dental advice, but rather as a means to encourage interest in your dental health and communication with your dentist. Whole or partial reproduction of this newsletter is forbidden without the written permission of the publisher. © Market Connections Inc.® 2009, Phone: (800) 795-8021, Website: www.dentalhealthnews.org

Our Services Include:• Cosmetic Dentistry• One-Hour Whitening• Porcelain Veneers• Implants• Periodontal Treatment• Invisible Braces• Oral Cancer Screening

Hans J. Karge, D.D.S. Westchester Medical Plaza

8540 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 1200Los Angeles, CA 90045

Phone: 310-649-5233Fax: 310-649-1838Web: www.DrKarge.com

Office Hours:Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Wed.: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.Sat.: 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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Q: Am I a candidate for dental implants?A: If you’re missing one or more teeth, and have healthy gums and overall good oral health, you’re probably a good candidate for dental implants. A dental implant, along with a crown, can replace a missing tooth in the most natural way. If you’re missing more than one tooth you may want to consider dental implants in conjunction with a bridge, or to function as “anchors” to secure dentures in place.Q. What are the advantages of dental implants?A: Because dental implants look and feel like your own teeth, the main advantage lies in the quality of life you will enjoy. Patients say dental implants eliminate the discomfort and frustration of ill-fitting dentures, and allow them to enjoy eating a healthy and varied diet without any restrictions or worries. Socially, implant-wearers can regain their self-confidence by being able to speak clearly, and laugh out loud without any worries about loose dentures or missing teeth. Dental implants can even help preserve the long-term quality of your adjacent teeth because, unlike a bridge, neighboring teeth do not need to be altered to support an implant. Please ask us about all the tooth replacement options available today. There’s no reason you shouldn’t complete your smile with the most attractive, comfortable, natural-looking solution possible.

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First of all, it’s important to recognize the success of any whitening program depends on the degree of staining on the teeth, and how any discoloration originated. Most discolored teeth tend to be a product of common culprits: Coffee, tea, red wine, soy sauce, curry, berries and smoking, which are known to stain teeth yellow. Extremely hot or cold foods or liquids can cause teeth to expand and contract, allowing stains to penetrate your teeth. Acidic foods are another culprit, as they can open up the pores in your tooth enamel to allow stains to move in more easily.

You may automatically assume we can bleach all teeth to a bright, white color, but if the discoloration in your teeth is due to thinning enamel (usually from aging), an injury, or drugs like tetracycline that may have caused your teeth to develop a permanent gray or brown stain, they may not respond to whitening. Instead, we will suggest very effective bleaching alternatives including veneers, crowns and bonding, to create your perfect, white smile.

Let’s talk about the most effective whitening options available for your specific situation!

Teeth whitening ads are everywhere, advocating the many advantages of having a whiter, brighter, more youthful smile. But what if your teeth don’t respond to regular whitening programs — what are your options?

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